The Sandman
No. of pages 32
Published: 2008
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In "The Sandman" by Ralph Fletcher, a young boy named Paul grapples with his family's complex dynamics and the challenges of growing up. As he navigates his relationships with his siblings and parents, Paul finds solace in an imaginary figure—the Sandman, who brings dreams and comfort during difficult times. The story explores themes of childhood innocence, the struggles of family life, and the power of imagination. Through Paul's eyes, readers experience the bittersweet moments of growing up, learning to understand both the beauty and the challenges that come with family, dreams, and the passage of time. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].
This book is aimed at children in preschool-1st grade.
This book has been graded for interest at 3-6 years.
There are 32 pages in this book. This book was published in 2008 by Henry Holt & Company .
Ralph Fletcher grew up as the oldest of nine children and has always been surrounded by stories. He has published novels, poetry collections, picture books, nonfiction books, and teacher resources. He has four sons and lives in Lee, New Hampshire. Richard Cowdrey has illustrated many books, including Bambi , The Christmas Baby , and the #1 New York Times bestselling Bad Dog, Marley! He lives in Gambier, Ohio.
